Postcode Analysis Darlington, North East

ST MARGARETS CLOSE, DL2 1AH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST MARGARETS CLOSE, DL2 1AH.

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Population

289

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Avg Age

68

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Avg Income

£ 48,600 /yr

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Employed

18%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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5/10
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2/10
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1/10
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4/10
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7/10
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5/10
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10/10
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9/10
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Area Character

DL2 1AH is a settled retirement community — average age 68, 92% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DL2 1AH is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on St Margarets Close, 0.7km from Middleton One Row in Middleton St George. Administratively it sits within Sadberge & Middleton St George ward and the Sedgefield constituency.

For families considering a move, DL2 1AH represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. An established, mature community with an average age of 68 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £235k.

Census 2021 statistics for DL2 1AH are sourced from Output Area E00188308 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL2 1AH. The average age is 68.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

18%Active
FT: 11%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 190,000

5 sales · Mean £ 219,050

Detached

£ 215,000

1 sales · Mean £ 215,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

DL2 1AH has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences23
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
Other theft1
Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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St. George's Church of England Academy

Outstanding415 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Table Talk Indian Diner0.8 km
  • Caffe Italissimo0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Country Harvest0.6 km
  • Hill News Londis0.8 km
  • Pamelas Ice Cream0.7 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Devonport0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Lols Mobile Kitchen0.8 km
  • Pizza Nareno0.8 km
  • Golden Chef0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Havelock Arms0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dinsdale0.6 km
  • Teesside Airport2.6 km
  • Darlington5.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Almora Hall0.1 km
  • Almora Hall0.2 km
  • Ropner Gardens0.3 km
  • Ropner Gardens0.3 km
  • Felix House Surgery0.4 km